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Menendez

lines on the record: 114
first: 2002-06-26
most recent: 2004-05-06
sittings or episodes: 29
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“We fully trust that peace and stability will be consolidated in Bougainville so that the peace process can be truly successful.”
2004-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4962 (2004) · source
“We hope that the Bougainville Constitutional Commission will conclude its work soon, with a view to convening the Constituent Assembly, and that the approaching deadline will be met. The same is true of the holding of free and democratic elections to elect an autonomous government in Bougainville. The recent establishment of the Governance and Implementation Fund, with key support from Australia, is also decisive in making the elections and the establishment of an autonomous government a reality. Nonetheless, the process must go much further. As the political process progresses, we must emphasize the rehabilitation and reintegration of ex-combatants and the restoration of infrastructure and community services. Here, the United Nations Development Programme has a fundamental role to play.”
2004-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4962 (2004) · source
“Ms. Menendez (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): We too congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Council. We also thank the representative of Germany for his work as President last month. We thank Mr. Danilo Turk for his briefing. We also thank Mr. Sinclair, the Representative of the Secretary-General, and his team, and we acknowledge their work. It is encouraging to note that the weapons disposal plan is progressing apace and that 80 per cent of the weapons contained in accordance with the Bougainville Peace Agreement have been destroyed. The participation of former combatants and of communities in areas such as Panguna and southern Bougainville is welcome. Progress has been made on the preparation of the new constitution.”
2004-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4962 (2004) · source
“Ms. Menendez (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): Spain voted in favour of the draft resolution contained in document S/2004/313 because we fully agree with its contents. Moreover, as other speakers have said, that is true of the entire Council. The draft resolution was not adopted, but we hope it will be adopted next week in conformity with appendix E of the Secretary-General's plan. That would mean that the 24 April referendums on the island will have had a positive outcome. Spain wants a reunified Cyprus to join the European Union on 1 May. Finally, I reaffirm my delegation's support for the efforts made by the Secretary-General.”
2004-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4947 (2004) · source
“The Palestinian Authority, on the one hand, must endeavour to strengthen the security apparatus that makes it possible to struggle against terrorism effectively. The Israeli authorities, for their part, must avoid disproportionate actions, including extrajudicial executions, which are a grave violation of international law and of common law. For all these reasons, we believe that the attainment of peace involves the road map and the work of the Quartet and that any solution regarding permanent status needs to be negotiated by the parties - all of this in the framework of the provisions of Council resolutions 242 (1967) and 338 (1973). With regard to the announced unilateral withdrawal from Gaza, we believe that it must have the support of the international community for a peaceful and orderly transition.”
2004-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4945 (2004) · source
“The appeal for vengeance that we heard after the killing of Mr. Al-Rantisi foretells an escalation of terror and violence that can leave no one indifferent. My country condemns with utmost firmness all terrorist actions that take innocent lives, make the peace process difficult and damage the Palestinian cause itself. Therefore we want to appeal for restraint in the present circumstances. We also wish to recall that the only solution to the conflict is based on the coexistence of two States in the framework of a global peace, which is set forth in the road map and supported by the Security Council in its resolution 1515 (2003). The road map establishes obligations for both parties.”
2004-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4945 (2004) · source
“Ms. Menendez (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): We are concerned about the recent extrajudicial assassination of Mr. Al-Rantisi, following the murder of Mr. Yassin. In less than one month, that sort of action has taken place to do away with the latest leaders of Hamas. As the new Foreign Minister of Spain said yesterday, extrajudicial executions do not in any way contribute to creating a climate of peace- building, and they obstruct the implementation of the road map, which is the only way to establish peace between Israelis and Palestinians. Indiscriminate violence cannot promote coexistence but rather can only exacerbate the hatreds that prolong the conflict. The fight against terrorism must take place in the framework of legality and the rule of law. Otherwise, the very security of Israel is jeopardized.”
2004-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4945 (2004) · source
“Here, for example - and in accordance with Security Council resolution 1343 (2001) - it is our view that all Member States must take appropriate measures to ensure that individuals and companies in their jurisdictions observe the embargoes put in place by the United Nations.”
2004-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4943 (2004) · source
“Economic stability is a key precondition for the consolidation of any peace process, and attaining such stability is thus an essential objective that must be reached through the concerted efforts of the authorities, which must make rational use of natural resources, and of civil society - and in particular the business sector- which must participate responsibly in the reconstruction process. When necessary, that must be complemented by support from the international community. It is also essential that the business sector not contribute to economies that support a given conflict.”
2004-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4943 (2004) · source
“Ms. Menendez (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): Preventive action and, in general, the maintenance and building of peace require a global approach that involves the international community as represented by the United Nations, regional organizations, affected Governments and their neighbouring States, as well as civil society - which must always have an important supporting role to play, as the General Assembly emphasized last summer in its resolution 57/337, on prevention of armed conflict. We all agree that the best way to avoid the outbreak of conflict is to build democratic societies in which good governance and the rule of law are the norm and in which economic growth is sustainable. Here, the role of civil society is of great relevance.”
2004-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4943 (2004) · source
“We believe that the Provisional Institutions of Self-Government need to be reminded of their primary and fundamental responsibility to ensure fulfilment of the provisions of the Implementation Plan.”
2004-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4942 (2004) · source
“But we believe that this should not induce anyone to think that everything is going on as usual, just as before, because the violence of March has done serious damage to the fulfilment of the standards, and therefore to the Plan. Accordingly, we believe that the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and UNMIK should be invited to review and, if necessary, strengthen those aspects of the Plan that have been most seriously hampered by the events of March, especially as regards the return of refugees and freedom of movement. Finally, we reiterate our support to Mr. Holkeri, UNMIK and KFOR in their efforts to ensure application of resolution 1244 (1999).”
2004-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4942 (2004) · source
“What has happened is a serious setback in the process of normalization and the fulfilment of the standards for the province of Kosovo. We believe that authorities of the Provisional Institutions of Self-Government should take good note of this and make it their duty to do everything within their power to guarantee the rights of members of all minorities in Kosovo. The perpetrators of these violent acts must be made aware that force is never a means to achieve political goals. Regarding the Implementation Plan, we repeat our support for the "standards before status" policy, which remains the core of the international community's activity in Kosovo. Accordingly, the publication of the Plan means a step forward in the fulfilment of the standards.”
2004-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4942 (2004) · source
“Ms. Menendez (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): Naturally, Spain also associates itself with the statement to be made by the Permanent Representative of Ireland on behalf of the European Union. Very important events have taken place in Kosovo in recent weeks - the inter-ethnic violence, from 17 to 20 March, and the publication of the Standards Implementation Plan for Kosovo. As to the former, Spain unequivocally condemns the ethnic violence that led to loss of life, destruction of property and religious and spiritual heritage of Orthodox Serbs, and the attacks on KFOR and on the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). These events must be investigated and the perpetrators brought to justice in order to prevent a recurrence.”
2004-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4942 (2004) · source
“Finally, I wish to associate myself with previous speakers to indicate that we support the statement the President will be reading at the conclusion of this meeting.”
2004-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4941 (2004) · source
“These include the holding of presidential and legislative elections next September; making the entire country secure by ending terrorism, factionalism in the provinces and the acts of violent opposition groups; ensuring the development and completion of the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration process; combating drug production and trafficking; the development of the rule of law and of human rights; the reconstruction and rehabilitation of the country; and the strengthening of cooperation with neighbouring States. Spain is prepared to cooperate and to fulfil its commitments within the European Union and the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF). In this regard, Spain will soon be approximately doubling its contribution to ISAF through Euro Corps.”
2004-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4941 (2004) · source
“Ms. Menendez (Spain)(spoke in Spanish): I should like to congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Council. I should also like to congratulate France for its work last month. We are grateful to Mr. Guehenno for his briefing and to you, Sir, for your briefing on the outcome of the Berlin conference. Spain fully supports the statement to be made later by Ambassador Ryan on behalf of the European Union. The conference that was held last week in Berlin helped us to assess the many achievements made since the Bonn conference and to prepare, together, for the major challenges ahead for Afghanistan.”
2004-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4941 (2004) · source
“So that all of this can take place, Spain would support the adoption of a Security Council resolution setting out such measures making it possible to resolve the present situation. Finally, in the longer term, a more ambitious strategy must be formulated to seek to overcome the structural problems that give rise to the recurring political crises and outbreaks of violence in Haiti.”
2004-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4917 (2004) · source
“The unfolding of events in recent days, the grave risk of bloodshed, as well as the catastrophic humanitarian situation and the violations of human rights, require urgent measures to be taken in order to find a peaceful solution to the crisis that respects the existing constitutional framework. Secondly, we support the dispatch of a civilian peacekeeping force in accordance with the principles of the Charter, which would guarantee security both for humanitarian missions and for OAS and CARICOM mediation missions. It would make it possible to arrive at a political solution to the crisis and at a peaceful outcome. Thirdly, we consider that a United-Nations- coordinated humanitarian assistance programme is urgently needed.”
2004-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4917 (2004) · source
“At this afternoon's meeting, we must ask ourselves what the Security Council can do, faced with this grave situation, which we believe is the result of the combination of two crises: a political crisis that has persisted since 2001 and a security crisis generated by the weakness of the State and triggered by armed paramilitary forces. In that connection, with respect to what the Security Council can do, we have the following comments. First, Spain considers essential the mediation efforts of CARICOM, whose plan of action holds the key to a possible solution.”
2004-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4917 (2004) · source
“Ms. Menendez (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): We thank you, Mr. President, for convening this meeting of the Security Council. My delegation welcomes the presence of the Ministers of the Bahamas and Jamaica. First, Spain expresses its profound concern at the grave situation affecting Haiti at this moment. Unfortunately, the crisis has only deteriorated since the Council issued a statement on 18 February (press release SC/8004), urging both the Government and the opposition to reach an agreement and expressed its unanimous support for the initiative of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and the Organization of American States.”
2004-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4917 (2004) · source
“In conclusion, we would like to point out that the United Nations has made an enormous effort to help and defend the people of Timor-Leste through three peacekeeping missions and the organization of a referendum. The donor conference yielded many proposals for development, institution-building, poverty alleviation and training. We have invested too much to lose what has been gained from one of the most gratifying and satisfying experiences in this Organization's history. Spain once again wishes every success for Timor-Leste. Finally, we would like to say that we support the statement to be made later by the representative of Ireland on behalf of the European Union.”
2004-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4913 (2004) · source
“Spain therefore supports the Secretary- General's assessment that "The ability of Timorese agencies to respond without assistance to security incidents would be very limited at a time when they are thinly stretched and poorly supported, their responsibilities are ill-defined, and their relations with their Indonesian counterparts are at an early and fragile stage of development". (S/2004/117, para. 49) Thus, maintaining a military component in UNMISET for just one more year will undoubtedly reduce the risk of destabilizing incidents, in particular in the western districts. Furthermore, it would make it possible to consolidate stability and increase local confidence at the same time as the East Timor security agencies develop their own capabilities and their relations with their Indonesian counterparts.”
2004-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4913 (2004) · source
“As the Secretary-General rightly pointed out in his report, the situation will remain volatile until the problem is resolved. Of the three elements of the Secretary-General's proposals for UNMISET, there can be no doubt about that relating to the maintenance of security and stability. Those who - perhaps with excessive optimism - believe that there are no potential risks that would warrant a small peacekeeping force seem to be forgetting that there are still certain elements that could destabilize the country after May 2004, such as cross-border infiltration by hundreds of former militia members.”
2004-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4913 (2004) · source
“Indeed, the additional measures proposed in the report - comparatively modest when compared with earlier efforts - will be indispensable if we are to ensure the successful consolidation of the institutions of Timor-Leste and prevent backsliding. Clearly, the cooperation of the Timorese institutions will also be necessary; they still have important tasks to carry out, such as the enactment of key legislation with regard to officials, human rights, anti-corruption activities, the police and defence. We are pleased by the excellent communication between the Governments of Timor-Leste and of Indonesia, and we hope that they will be able to complete work on two essential issues: the delimitation of the land border, and the continued presence of 28,000 refugees in the western part of the island.”
2004-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4913 (2004) · source
“The report of the Secretary-General contains an assessment of the achievements made by Timor-Leste, with the support of the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET), and proposes the extension of the mission's mandate for one year, as well as the modification of the mandate and a reduction in the size of the mission, in order to meet the objectives initially established and to ensure that Timor-Leste can be self-sufficient. Spain fully supports the recommendations of the Secretary-General in all their aspects, including the maintenance of a reduced military component within UNMISET, composed of both military observers and troops, with a view to ensuring the stability and security of Timor-Leste.”
2004-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4913 (2004) · source
“Ms. Menendez (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): My delegation, too, welcomes the presence here of Foreign Minister Ramos-Horta. Spain is also grateful for the excellent, detailed and comprehensive report of the Secretary-General (S/2004/117), which takes into account the conclusions of the technical assessment mission of the Secretariat that was conducted last month. We are also grateful to Mr. Guehenno for his briefing.”
2004-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4913 (2004) · source
“Finally, we must not forget that our common objective is to restore a multi-ethnic Kosovo that is based on values such as tolerance and mutual respect and that can freely decide its own future. The Provisional Institutions, in particular the Kosovo Assembly, have a very special responsibility for the success or failure of that process. We urge them to make progress on the establishment of an apolitical administration with the participation of minorities at all levels, including the Kosovo Protection Corps, and on the economic recovery of Kosovo by means of an equitable legal framework and a fair privatization policy. As well, we appeal to the Kosovo Serbs to participate constructively in this process, one which, we recall, has the support of the entire international community.”
2004-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4910 (2004) · source
“Secondly, implementation of the standards does not prejudge either the decision the Security Council must take on the beginning of the status process or the future status of the territory, as the Secretary-General very clearly notes in his report (S/2004/7l). Rather, implementation of the work plan is a necessary condition for creating a reasonable, democratic climate so that the dialogue can take place in a legitimate manner. Thirdly, it is our understanding that the plan's objective is to measure actual progress made in implementing resolution 1244 (1999). One of the requirements that most concerns us is progress in the direct dialogue with Belgrade. We support Mr. Holkeri's appeal to the parties to ensure that all working groups can begin their work as soon as possible.”
2004-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4910 (2004) · source
“In other words, we have barely 15 months, with, let us not forget, two electoral processes to take place in that time. However, those will not be substantial problems if the plan comes out soon - as has been announced on several occasions - and if the premises the entire peace process has been based so far are respected. Here, I shall reiterate some of those premises that Spain believes must be taken into account in the coming months. First, it is important to note that the plan is not, and should not be, a joint document of UNMIK and the Provisional Institutions of Self- Government. Rather, it should provide a practical method for complying with, implementing and evaluating the standards established by the international community.”
2004-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4910 (2004) · source
“The document also revives a process that had been somewhat dormant by providing a renewed frame of reference for the personnel of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) deployed in the area and for the local authorities, who have welcomed the document. Once it is made public, the implementation plan will be the complementary document necessary for attaining the ambitious objectives set out in the "Standards for Kosovo" document. It will enable the Security Council to have up-to-date and detailed information on the developments on the ground. In that connection, Spain believes that the delay apparently to occur in the document's publication will be detrimental for UNMIK itself - having stated a deadline that was not met - and for the process itself, given the limited time at our disposal.”
2004-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4910 (2004) · source
“Holkeri's briefing reveals a mixed reality of bright and dark patches. It revealed that there has been progress in some areas and worrisome stagnation in others. For example, there have been improvements in the security situation, on property rights and on some legislative and economic issues. But it is very clear that much remains to be done on privatization, refugee returns, the direct dialogue and the treatment of minorities, which are crucial elements of the standards. The publication on 10 December 2003 of the "Standards for Kosovo" document was a milestone for the region. It sets forth on paper, clearly and precisely, the political objectives that the international community desires for Kosovo. At the same time, it reaffirms the principles of "standards before status", which underpins the entire philosophy.”
2004-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4910 (2004) · source
“Ms. Menendez (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): My delegation associates itself with the condemnation that you, Mr. President, made on behalf of the Security Council with respect to the brutal terrorist attack in Moscow and with the condolences conveyed to the Government and the people of Russia. We congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Council, and we congratulate Chile on its endeavours in the presidency last month. My delegation fully associates itself with the statement to be made by Ireland on behalf of the European Union. Our thanks go to Mr. Holkeri. Spain joins in his appeal to all leaders and communities of Kosovo to participate in the process and to achieve the full attainment of the standards. It associates itself with others in urging all actors to participate fully in that process. Mr.”
2004-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4910 (2004) · source
“The situation also calls for an increase in gender advisers in peacekeeping operations, as well as clear change in attitudes and behaviours that would underscore the active role that women can play in conflict resolution. I cannot fail to mention the issue of impunity. All existing legal resources, including the International Criminal Court, need to be used to put an end to impunity. Finally, I would, as a matter of course, like to affirm my delegation's association and agreement with the statement that Italy will subsequently make on behalf ofthe European Union.”
2003-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4877 (2003) · source
“Spain supports the work of the Council in that regard, and appeals for cooperation to ensure the protection of girls and boys in compliance with its resolutions 1261 (1999), 1314 (2000), 1379 (2001) and 1460 (2003) on children in armed conflict. Furthermore, my delegation believes that we need to support and encourage all efforts to ensure the demobilization and disarmament of girls and boys, reinforcing regional disarmament, demobilization, reintegration and repatriation programmes. Another priority area is that of violence against women in armed conflict. Unfortunately, women and girls continue to be subject to abuse and violence. In addition to measures taken to avoid those heinous acts, Spain has firmly supported gender training programmes for humanitarian and peacekeeping personnel.”
2003-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4877 (2003) · source
“As we have always done in discussing situations related to armed conflicts in the Security Council, we have urged - and today we will do so once again - all parties involved in conflicts to ensure unhampered access of humanitarian organizations to civilians. Similarly, my delegation places particular importance on an idea that we have supported on a number of occasions - that United Nations peacekeeping operation mandates should include the facilitation by United Nations forces of access by humanitarian organizations to needy civilian populations. Another priority matter is the question of children. As distinct from the consideration of the civilian population as a whole, assistance and protection provided to children deserves special attention.”
2003-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4877 (2003) · source
“In that context, my delegation firmly supports the updated aide-memoire on the protection of civilians and calls for its endorsement by the Security Council. The incorporation of the experience of different departments within the United Nations system, as well as the interactive dialogue that facilitated the drafting of the aide-memoire, ensure that the measures included in the aide-memoire will be effective. In that connection, Spain wishes to express its thanks to Mr. Egeland and welcomes the lO-point platform that he presented, based on the areas ofthe road map. Undoubtedly all efforts to safeguard the protection of civilians are important, but I wish to refer to some areas which Spain views as a priority in that regard. First is the question of improving humanitarian access to civilians in need.”
2003-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4877 (2003) · source
“The Spanish Constitution explicitly states that the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and international treaties and agreements ratified by Spain will be the reference point for interpreting norms relative to fundamental rights and freedoms. Under the umbrella of the Geneva and Hague Conventions, our internal legislation codifies crimes committed against persons and protected goods in cases of armed conflict in our penal code. Those provisions are in addition to specific regulations for military personnel, which are codified in the military penal code. In addition to legislation, however, measures need to be taken that will ensure the development of the so- called culture of protection in cases of armed conflict, in particular for needy civilian populations.”
2003-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4877 (2003) · source
“Ms. Menendez (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): I would first like to thank Mr. Egeland for his very interesting and comprehensive briefing. My delegation would also like to express its thanks to the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs for their work in developing a culture of protection, which we feel is at the heart ofthe issue, in particular because we are speaking about innocent victims - civilians. We would like to join Mr. Egeland in expressing our sadness and our condolences for the numerous recent victims among United Nations personnel and humanitarian workers. Spain has often expressed its commitment to protect civilians in armed conflict, both through relevant legal reforms in Spanish law, as well as through our work and efforts to ensure such protection within the framework ofinternational law.”
2003-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4877 (2003) · source
“We emphasize the great importance that the African Mission in Burundi has, being the first African peacekeeping operation. We emphasize the efforts that regional players are making - among them the European Union - and we believe that we must take into account the close relationship between the peace process in Burundi and holding of the international conference on the Great Lakes region. The Security Council recently devoted a session to this subject. We believe that the consolidation of the peace process in Burundi is essential, so that the questions to be dealt with at the Conference can be dealt with in an effective manner. I also want to express thanks to the President of the Economic and Social Council for his very useful comments on the contribution of the Economic and Social Council to the peace process.”
2003-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4876 (2003) · source
“Thirdly, as we have said on many occasions, it needs to be reiterated that there is an appeal to the Forces nationales de liberation of Agathon Rwasa to enter without delay into negotiations with the Transitional Government and join the peace process. Lastly, we emphasize the importance of ensuring that progress at the political level lead to an improvement in the living standards of the civilian population. Unfortunately, right now the humanitarian situation has not seen any improvement. A firm appeal must be made once again to all the parties to the conflict to facilitate free, unobstructed access by the humanitarian organizations to the civilian population. In a different context, as many other speakers have already indicated, the support of the international community to the peace process in Burundi is fundamental.”
2003-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4876 (2003) · source
“First of all, a firm appeal must be made to the parties to take measures that strengthen the positive steps that have been taken thus far. This includes the complete implementation of the comprehensive ceasefire agreement between the Transitional Government and the CNDD-FDD of Nkurunziza, as agreed on 16 November. Secondly, another major challenge to the peace process remains the question of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration, in which the results to date have been meagre. We believe that at the present time, following the signing of the Pretoria Protocol, the time has come to make true progress on this issue. In addition, the forces of the African Mission in Burundi have been fully deployed.”
2003-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4876 (2003) · source
“Ms. Menendez (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): Many thanks to Deputy President Zuma for being here with us and for his briefing and also for the central role that his country and that he himself have been playing and continue to play with regard to the question on Burundi. The signing on 8 October of the Pretoria Protocol on Political, Defence and Security Power-Sharing in Burundi is a source of satisfaction. We know that this has already led to concrete measures, such as the restructuring of the Transitional Government. This happened at the end of November when members of the National Council for the Defence of Democracy- Forces for Defence of Democracy (CNDD-FDD) of Nkurunziza joined the Government. Nonetheless, we believe that the process is still fragile and that there are major challenges ahead.”
2003-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4876 (2003) · source
“Secondly, with regard to security sector reform and the proliferation of small arms and light weapons, we again emphasize the importance of a subregional approach in achieving effective security reform and reducing the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons and the movement of armed elements among the countries of the region. Finally, regarding the human rights situation, the report contains a series of recommendations that merit consideration, including, for example, those concerning the fight against impunity and the link between reform of the judicial system and human rights issues.”
2003-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4871 (2003) · source
“With regard to the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of ex-combatants, it is essential that national programmes be strengthened through initiatives at the subregional level. Therefore, we are pleased to observe that progress has been made in implementing the Multicountry Demobilization and Reintegration Programme in the Great Lakes region for the period 2002-2006. At the same time, we believe the report of the Secretary-General contains interesting recommendations concerning the possible establishment of joint DDR programmes in border zones and with respect to an integrated approach - at the level of the whole United Nations system and in cooperation with other humanitarian and development agencies - aimed at facing the challenges of DDR.”
2003-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4871 (2003) · source
“We agree with the report that the United Nations has structures in the region at its disposal, and therefore it is preferable to make effective and coordinated use of the existing structures before considering the possibility of establishing new ones. I shall refer briefly to a number of the elements identified in the report of the Secretary-General - specifically, some of the principal challenges to peace and security; the effective implementation of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration (DDR) programmes that take the subregional dimension into account; the importance of the reform of security structures; the proliferation of small arms and light weapons; and finally, the issue of human rights.”
2003-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4871 (2003) · source
“The challenges to peace and security, the proliferation of small arms and light weapons, the lack of development, HIV/AIDS, the human rights situation and the precariousness of the humanitarian situation are the most urgent of those challenges. A comprehensive and effective response to all of those issues requires an integrated subregional approach. In that connection, we support the review of the United Nations programmes in the region, mentioned in the report's introduction, as a way to improve the consistency and effectiveness of the Organization's activities in Central Africa. We hope to receive subsequent information from the Secretariat on that point.”
2003-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4871 (2003) · source
“Ms. Menendez (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): Thank you, Mr. President, for convening this open meeting on the Central African region. Thanks also go to Mr. Kalomoh for presenting the interim report of the multidisciplinary assessment mission to the Central African subregion (S/2003/1077), which took place in June. My delegation associates itself with the statement to be made shortly by the representative of Italy, speaking on behalf of the European Union. Therefore, I shall confine myself to a few brief additional comments. We agree with the analysis made in the report regarding identification of the principal challenges faced by the region.”
2003-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4871 (2003) · source
“However, it is also true that in today's Iraq there are many areas of peace and progress, and for that reason we hope that United Nations personnel will return so that the Organization can continue playing the vital role conferred on it by the resolutions adopted unanimously by the Council. My Government is convinced that all of those activities will redound to the benefit of the Iraqi people and to the formation of a free, prosperous and peaceful Iraq.”
2003-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4869 (2003) · source
“Finally, concerning the security situation in Iraq, my delegation heard with special satisfaction, of the effort that the CPA is making to transfer the responsibility for security to Iraq, which effort includes rebuilding the Iraqi police and army. We have heard that there are now more than 60,000 policemen in the Sll'V.4869 streets, and by the end of 2004 there will be 35,000 military troops. It is clear that the security situation is not as good as we would have wished, and the news media frequently convey to us images and events that are a source of concern.”
2003-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4869 (2003) · source